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Massage Therapists - 31-9011.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, or propose client therapy plans.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Massage Therapist
  • Licensed Massage Therapist
  • Certified Massage Therapist (CMT)
  • Licensed Massage Practitioner (LMP)
  • Registered Massage Therapist
  • Bodywork Therapist
  • Clinical Massage Therapist
  • Hospice Massage Therapist
  • Integrated Deep Tissue Massage Therapist
  • Medical Massage Therapist

SOC Occupation Groups

31-0000 Healthcare Support Occupations
31-9000 Other Healthcare Support Occupations
31-9010 Massage Therapists
31-9011.00 Massage Therapists

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Tasks

  • Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body.
  • Assess clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion.
  • Confer with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how massage will be most helpful.
  • Consult with other health care professionals, such as physiotherapists, chiropractors, physicians, and psychologists, to develop treatment plans for clients.
  • Develop and propose client treatment plans that specify which types of massage are to be used.
  • Maintain treatment records.
  • Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, or wellness maintenance.
  • Prepare and blend oils and apply the blends to clients' skin.
  • Provide clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement and stretching, strengthening, relaxation, and rehabilitative exercises.
  • Refer clients to other types of therapists when necessary.
  • Treat clients in professional settings or travel to clients' offices and homes.
  • Use complementary aids, such as infrared lamps, wet compresses, ice, and whirlpool baths to promote clients' recovery, relaxation, and well-being.

Detailed Work Activities

  • administer medications or treatments
  • observe patient condition
  • position patient for therapy
  • prepare patients for tests, therapy, or treatments
  • set up patient care equipment
  • use knowledge of medical terminology
  • use massage therapy procedures

Military Crosswalk Titles

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Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

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DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Masseur/Masseuse